UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LAN Administrator Job Code: 165607 Grade: TI OT Eligible: Yes Comp Approval: 9/17/2008 JOB SUMMARY: Installs and maintains department local area network (LAN). JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES: *E/M/NA % TIME ______ ______ Installs and maintains department's local area network. ______ ______ Researches, analyzes and presents information and recommendations to management regarding the configuration and acquisition of hardware, software and telecommunications equipment. Ensures compatibility with existing information systems. ______ ______ Manages the LAN performance. Troubleshoots problems. ______ ______ Maintains LAN security. Develops, implements and enforces security procedures. ______ ______ Develops, documents and implements system standards and procedures. Monitors to ensure user adherence. ______ ______ Trains users on LAN operations and provides technical resource support as needed. ______ ______ Maintains knowledge of and evaluates vendor products including state-of-the-art equipment, hardware and software for upgrade possibilities. ______ ______ Stays informed of new developments and technologies. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time. *Select E (ESSENTIAL), M (MARGINAL) or NA (NON-APPLICABLE) to denote importance of each job function to position. EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY: Essential: No Yes In the event of an emergency, the employee holding this position is required to “report to duty” in accordance with the university’s Emergency Operations Plan and/or the employee’s department’s emergency response and/or recovery plans. Familiarity with those plans and regular training to implement those plans is required. During or immediately following an emergency, the employee will be notified to assist in the emergency response efforts, and mobilize other staff members if needed. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education: LAN Administrator - Job Code: 165607 Page 2 Specialized/technical training Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 2 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Microcomputer support experience providing a working knowledge of software applications and of network software and hardware. Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree Preferred Field of Expertise: Degree in math or computer science. Directly related work experience providing a thorough knowledge of network software and hardware. Skills: Administrative: Communicate with others to gather information Research information Understand and apply policies and procedures Use database and/or word processing software Skills: Other: Analysis Assessment/evaluation Conceptualization and design Consulting Knowledge of applicable laws/policies/principles/etc. Organization Planning Problem identification and resolution Project management Scheduling Teaching/training Skilled in: Network communications technologies Network design, connectivity and capacity configuration Network security access, management and testing Technical documentation Troubleshooting Skills: Machine/Equipment: Computer network (department or school) Computer network (university) Computer peripheral equipment Fax Personal computer Personal mobile communication devices Photocopier Supervises: Level: LAN Administrator - Job Code: 165607 Page 3 May oversee student and/or temporary workers. Comments: May provide 24/7 on-call support as needed. SIGNATURES: Employee: _____________________________________ Date:_____________________________ Supervisor: ____________________________________ Date:_____________________________ The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The University of Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer